World Bank approves $519 million for 350 MW of solar CSP in Morocco
The second and third phases of the Noor project will include both parabolic trough and solar power tower CSP components. When complete this will be the largest single-site grouping of CSP projects in the world.
SunEdison begins production of electronic grade polysilicon using fluidized bed reactor technology
SunEdison’s high pressure fluidized bed reactor (HP-FBR) process produces high-purity polysilicon using 90% less energy than the dominant Siemens method. The company plans to ramp the plant to 13,500 metric tons annually in Q1 2015.
Solar mogul Cheng Kin Ming unveils massive, multifaceted clean energy initiative
Through Asia Pacific Resources Development Investment (APRD), Cheng has announced plans to deploy geothermal energy, electric vehicles, LEDs and energy storage on an unprecedented scale at an investment conference in New York. The plan involves ten companies, with a goal to create vertically integrated manufacturing and a focus on urban areas.
Heliatek raises EUR 18 million from investors
A group of high-profile investors led by BMW heir and entrepreneur Stefan Quandt are supporting the German organic solar film manufacturer’s market entry in the BIPV and automotive sectors.
Correction: IEA unveils new PV roadmap
The International Energy Agency has unveiled a new roadmap for solar technologies. Compared to previous roadmaps, this latest scenario suggests almost twice as much electricity globally via PV.
Trina Solar issues $100 million convertible notes
As part of the notes ofering, the Chinese PV group has agreed to lend American depository shares to o investors, who will be able to hedge their investment in the notes.
US and EBRD to finance 20 MW solar PV plant in Jordan
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development and the U.S. Overseas Private Investment Corporation will co-finance a 20 MW solar PV plant in southern Jordan.
PSE&G to build 10 MW PV plant on landfill in New Jersey
New Jersey’s largest utility will commence the project as part of its Solar 4 All program.
NuGen completes 10 MW PV project in Massachusetts
The renewable energy developer has built four solar farms in the towns of Lunenburg, Whatley and Hadley.
Solar Frontier considers New York State factory
The potential fab would be penciled in for completion in 2018 as company president Atsuhiko Hirano praises sustainability of US market.
